About Us
Learn about us and our mission to connect Canada’s manufacturing capabilities and simplify local sourcing.
Origins
Who We Are
We're a team of engineering students working at the University of Waterloo. Our goal is simple: minimize fragmentation for Canadian manufacturers.
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Why Marcan Exists
For too long, local sourcing has been hindered by outdated directories and disconnected networks. We are removing the friction from domestic procurement so Canadian businesses can find and trade with one another more easily.
Our Vision
A future where Canadian manufacturing is easy to discover, easy to source, and easy to trust. We are building Marcan to help the right shop win the right work again and again.
Our Framework
What We Do
A focused workflow for real-world manufacturing: find capacity, communicate clearly, and move decisions forward.
Discover Local Capability
Browse suppliers and manufacturing capabilities using our AI search tool built exclusively for Canadian businesses.
List What You Can Build
Publish equipment, materials, surplus parts, and capacity so buyers can find you faster.
Match Through RFQs
Buyers and suppliers can publish targeted sourcing requests and connect directly, so conversations start on the right spec.
Ready to Build the Network?
Join Marcan to connect directly with local manufacturers and to build a more resilient Canadian manufacturing industry.